CMA's, Horses, and Kittens... Oh my!
Friday, October 10, 2008
Update: I have added the pics as promised. More pics in the farm gallery.
So many new things are going on since my last blog. I am going to start
writing more often to keep everyone up to date and so I can keep up with it all
myself!
I have to say the two nominations for the CMA's definitely
came as a surprise. Single Of The Year for "Gunpowder" and the ever so coveted
Female Vocalist Of The Year. Blake is actually the one that told me as they were
announcing them because I live so far out that I can't get local channels. He
was watching it live on Good Morning America on the east coast, which aired
early. I guess he learned his lesson with the whole ACM ordeal (you remember...
I couldn't get a hold of him on the day the nom's were announced and then I got
roses. To me just getting to go be a part of the show with two nods and a top 10
under my belt is winning enough. I love my fans so much for making people take
notice by buying records and tickets. I owe it all to y’all!
I
have been writing a lot lately for the new record and I can't wait to go into
the studio. We are cutting in November for hopefully an early 2009 release.
I have added some new animals to the growing brood. Surprise right! I
got a horse (regular, not mini) named Playboy. I have wanted to learn how to
ride for a long time now but never had the time or the right horse to do it till
now. He is considered a paint horse but he is basically one solid color. A
redhead with a spicy personality. He also has a playboy bunny branded on his
left shoulder. It's so cool. I had to start from scratch since I really
wasn’t raised riding but I have been everyday that I have been home for
the last two weeks. It is such a workout. I am definitely addicted. Blake is
looking to get one too so we can ride together. I hope barrel racing will be
somewhere in my future but we will see.
I also adopted a calico
kitten named Shelly. (See if you can figure out why I named her that and
remember the song theme for names on the farm). She was weaned at 4 weeks old,
which is completely too young, so she needed a little TLC, but we got her well
and boy is she into everything. She came on the bus last weekend and did great.
She has taken over, much to Delilah’s dismay, and is the new queen I
guess. At least while she is tiny. She is the cutest thing I have ever seen. She
caught her first frog the other day so I bet she will make a great mouser.
Speaking of mice... I have a major rat problem like most farms so I have been
looking for some barn cats. After getting Shelly, I realized it will be a while
before she is big enough to get the job done so I adopted two more. They are 9
months old and a little skittish. I got them from the new charity I am getting
involved in called T.A.I.L.S. in Tishomingo, OK (where we live). Blake came with
me to get them so I let him name one, which could have been scary knowing him.
He named his Maxine (he loves Sammy Kershaw) and I named the other Suzie Q. I
have only had them three days and have been gone two of those days so I
haven’t really gotten to know them yet. And I’m glad I got them cuz
from the looks of things, Shelly may never live outside. She is too spoiled
already.
I did take pictures of everything and a video of Shelly but,
like everything else, I lost my camera. I think it is at my house somewhere so
as soon as I find it will post some new pics. There are some great ones of BS
and the Kitten. She loves him and even though he won’t admit it, he loves
her too. AWWW... what a softie. D is doing better and actually played with her
the other day so there is progress!
I've got a couple REALLY cool
shows around the corner. We're doing my 25th birthday celebration at Joe's in
Chicago on Nov 1-2. The night of the 2nd will be one of the most fun nights
we'll ever have. We're only playing covers! It's our favorite songs by our
favorite artists and bands. I'm gonna have some friends show up and help me out,
too. And the band guys will each do a song. We may play all night. Ya’ll
should make a long weekend of it and come to Saturday’s show and stay for
Sunday.
Also, two more shows for Blake and me went on sale a couple
days ago. We're playing LaCrosse, WI and Waterloo, IA. We played Waterloo with Dierks a couple years
ago and it was a blast. We all went out on the town after the show. It's a great
place to see a show. If you're trying to figure out where to come see us, that's
a good one.
Anyway. I guess that is it for now. Hunting season is
here so good luck to everyone. I hope to get a big one this year with my bow.
I'll let ya know!
Don’t forget, love a shelter pet,
ML
Feeds
October 6, 2008 12:14 AM
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Congrats on the nominations! You deserve Female Vocalist more than anyone! We're rootin for ya!
October 6, 2008 9:34 AM
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~Stacey
October 6, 2008 10:38 AM
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October 6, 2008 1:13 PM
I was wondering when you were going to include kittens/cats in your collection of animals for your farm. And, I agree with sarahc730...kitten named after Shelly West.."YTRGMO" ... "calico cat"..falling
for Blake during that show...etc...
We love you...can't wait for the new album in 2009!
See you at Joe's on Nov 1 and 2!!!!
October 6, 2008 2:20 PM
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All my love,
Lace
October 6, 2008 4:42 PM
i guess i'll be seeing you for Jayson and Michelle's wedding. im pretty nervous about singing so please dont make me mess up! and tell Blake to be nice or i'll get Dorothy on him! = ) my husband cant go because of course, he's HUNTING, and he would know more people at the wedding than me! if you two arent playing around Ada sometime soon, you should do a little jam session at the reception! it would be great! oh, by the way, you were AMAZING at the OK state fair. loved it!
see you soon!
Haley
October 6, 2008 4:48 PM
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October 6, 2008 6:55 PM
Congrats on ur new farm animals and pets (I'm not surprised either!) Can't wait 2 see the pics! and aslo 4 getting 2 noms 4 the CMAS!! I hope u win! U totally deserve them & more! I'll be cheering 4 u!! Can't wait 2 seen u perform!
Can't wait 2 the new album! i bet its going 2 be great as it has always been!! and can't wait 2 my next concert and meet & greet! i only met u once but i have seen u in concert 5 times & it never gets old!!
Hope u take care of that rat problem!
P.S. do not thank us 4 all ur success! That was all u! We just spread the word of how great u r!!
LOVE U!!!:)
Houstons #1RanFanKid,
Claudia~*
October 6, 2008 7:17 PM
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Go Ran!!!Ran Rocks:)!!!!
October 7, 2008 12:55 AM
October 7, 2008 7:20 AM
From a fellow hunter good luck this season on baggin' the big one!!!
We loved seeing you in concert and the M&G at our WV state fair. It was great!!!
We will be seeing you again this weekend in Pikeville, Ky. And Madison will be seeing you with her daddy in tow for the M&G!!!
October 7, 2008 10:09 AM
October 7, 2008 5:21 PM
New Ran Fan member here -- always liked your stuff and seeing you at CMAFest sold me on joining!
Just need to get you to Indiana for a show but I'll at least make it to Joe's on Sunday!
October 8, 2008 3:14 AM
I can't wait to see you in Chicago @ Joe's- I will be celebrating my 25th birthday that weekend as well, and tickets to your concert is the BEST present I am getting this year! I just wish I could stay for the Sunday show as well!
Good luck hunting- I am headed out again tomorrow morn... hopefully I will see that big buck I've been waitin for!
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October 10, 2008 12:19 AM
I have my own horses and love riding nearly everyday. I would 100% gaurentee that you'll love riding. It's a great way to spend your spare time. so, start lessons ASAP!
October 10, 2008 5:56 PM
sounds like you have a busy schedule. I am very excited about the Waterloo show. I will definately be there. If ya'll need a few pointers on where to go I can sure help ya out. Been there going on 15 years. By the way I can also hook you up with one of the best steaks in town. Comes of my dad's grill and he is pretty darn good. Let me know
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October 13, 2008 1:52 PM
Im goin to the show in waterloo and an way excited for it...
hope you get to go hunting while in iowa there are a lot of deer here this year, one of the best...
my bf just shot is first of and we have a couple more to go so good luck if you go....
October 13, 2008 6:04 PM
You will enjoy the horses - we have five of our own and they are like family. Not to mention, the four dogs and six barn cats :)
Keep it up - oh, Congratulations!
Dawn from Ohio...
October 13, 2008 6:14 PM
We were just in Ardmore OK for a competition this past weekend
Enjoy learning to ride and remember it is all about trust and respect between you and your mount.
Also - free range chickens... sometimes become a free range buffet for the coyotes...
October 14, 2008 12:29 AM
October 14, 2008 5:02 AM
I Saw in in Richmond and you were great, and so was Blake, can't wait to see you back in the D.C area sometime soon I hope.
Good luck with everything.
October 14, 2008 9:40 AM
Your sick!
October 15, 2008 6:55 AM
October 15, 2008 1:49 PM
I must say...I finally got to see you in concert!!! and with Blake, how could it be any better?!?! Awesome!!! I saw you in Pikeville, KY and it was soooo great. I really had a blast and you and Blake together were as awesome as I knew you'd be. I actually live in Jefferson County, TN...so my mom and I drove like 3 1/2 hours to see ya'll, but it was really worth it. I'm still excited about it! (By the way...my mom totally has a crush on BS!
Congrats on everything going on right now! I have always wanted a horse too. Perhaps someday...
Good luck with the noms and I can't wait for the new album! I know it will be great!
God bless and take care!
Lindsey in TN
October 15, 2008 5:11 PM
Keep up the good work.
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I'm getting 4 new chickens Wed. and just got 4 other ones a few weeks ago so I know how you feel with all the new babies. If you would like any pigeon let me know my Mom has alot she would like to get rid of!!!!
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We all love you!
October 24, 2008 10:11 AM